Super Bowl V: Baltimore Colts defeated Dallas Cowboys 16–13 at Miami Orange Bowl in Miami, Florida.

The Baltimore Colts and the Dallas Cowboys faced off in Super Bowl V at the Miami Orange Bowl in Miami, Florida. The game, a closely contested battle, ended with a victory for the Colts, who won 16–13. This game is known for its defensive struggle and numerous turnovers. Both teams combined for a Super Bowl record 11 turnovers, contributing to the game's alternate name, "The Blunder Bowl." The Colts' Jim O'Brien secured the win with a 32-yard field goal in the final seconds, making it one of the more dramatic finishes in Super Bowl history. Tom Nowatzke's 2-yard touchdown run and O'Brien's earlier 18-yard field goal were Baltimore's other scoring plays. Mike Curtis and Jerry Logan both had key interceptions that helped turn the tide in favor of the Colts. Dallas's points came from a 7-yard touchdown catch by Duane Thomas thrown by Craig Morton and two field goals from Mike Clark. The game's Most Valuable Player (MVP) was awarded to Chuck Howley, a linebacker from the Cowboys, marking the first time a defensive player and a member of the losing team received the MVP honor. This victory was an important milestone for the Baltimore Colts, reinstating their prominence in professional football. It had a significant impact on players’ careers, particularly for Colts players like Johnny Unitas and Jim O'Brien. The win also catalyzed further developments in both teams' strategies and rosters in the following seasons. #SuperBowlV #BaltimoreColts #DallasCowboys #NFLHistory #MoofLife